San Jose State University
University Information
SJSU is one of 23 campuses (and the oldest) in the California State University system. Through its seven colleges, the university offers 69 bachelor's degrees with 81 concentrations 65 master's degrees with 29 concentrations. SJSU is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Various college programs are accredited by specialized accrediting agencies. SJSU is part of the Western Athletic Conference (WAC), NCAA Division I.
The SJSU Study Abroad Office is located in Clark Hall, Room 543 and is open to students M-F, 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm. SJSU currently offers more than 200 individual study abroad programs via Bilateral Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs and ISEP.
Important Dates and Deadlines
FALL & ACADEMIC YEAR APPLICATION DEADLINES:
CSUIP - December 15th (May 1st for Australia and South Africa)
ISEP - February 1st
Bilateral Exchange - March 1st
SPRING APPLICATION DEADLINES:
ISEP - August 15th
Bilateral Exchange - October 1st
SUMMER APPLICATION DEADLINES:
ISEP - April 1st
"definitely worth it. For designers it shows you a completely different way of design that you wouldn't have gotten otherwise. "
A student San Jose State University
"It was SO worthwhile. Getting the chance to just do things differently, being thrown into situations with people you barely know, showing off your strengths and admitting to your weaknesses. I was so use to the groove of how things were done back home but this experience added new dimensions to the scope and context which I vie..."
Brian A San Jose State University
"Definitely worthwhile. "
A student San Jose State University
"I gained a whole new perspective on life. I had never left America before this and I am so glad I was finally able to. It has made me appreciate my life and opened my eyes to what the rest of the world is like. Not only did I experience the Thai culture, but I got to know people from all over the world. It was completely worth a..."
A student San Jose State University
"the experience was incredible. i loved the city and the people i met. it was the best way i could have spent a university year."
A student San Jose State University
"It sounds cliché, but I learned that I can be more independent. A program like this forces you to go outside the confines of what you are comfortable with - academically, socially, physically and mentally. I would do it again in a heartbeat - totally worth it. "
A student San Jose State University
"Apart from the educational and personal learning, I got to see all the sites that I had learned about and seen as I grew up that I wanted to visit and left with the motivation to come back again to see and learn some more. Definitely worthwhile."
A student San Jose State University
"It was an amazing experience which gave me motivation to continue traveling around the world"
simon m San Jose State University
"It was definitely worth while. I know it's cliche, but it really is an experience of a life-time where you make new friends away from your home, try new things, travel and explore places you never thought you would go to, and so on. Best decision you could make in your college career. Don't hesitate. Just DO it ;-) "
A student San Jose State University
"My experience was the best it could have possibly been. I learned a lot from my German classes and English classes, but was never overwhelmed with work. I had plenty of time to travel and make friends. I was able to see the whole of Europe and I can't wait to go back and do it again!"
Sage C San Jose State University
"I have a greater appreciating for other cultures and countries. I see how in different places 'life' is so different. I wouldn't change a thing and I would love to return to Sweden one day for a long period of time. I miss Sweden everyday and the friends that I made while there. I do talk to them at least once a week even after ..."
Alaura B San Jose State University
"I was enrolled a truly global university with over 160 nations represented on campus. I was exposed to people, ideas, and cultures I never imagined interacting with and I am a better person from it. I no longer tell my friends I WANT to apply to grad school in France, rather I tell them that I AM applying to grad school in Fran..."
Jacob L San Jose State University
"The only thing I got out of my study abroad experience is that I got to travel all over Europe."
Troy R San Jose State University
"It was the most worthwhile experience I have ever lived. I feel so much more aware of global events, and understand different cultures having met so many different international students, and have learned better study habits due to the difficulty of the classes."
Jessica B San Jose State University
"It was worthwhile. I learned alot about myself and the host country and how to handle situations on your own."
Frances d San Jose State University
"YES"
sara r San Jose State University
"Meeting the English, Norwegians, Germans, Romanians, Dutch, and many other nationality students was sucha a great experience. I learned about the study habits, the cooking, the language, and the passion of these friends and will never forget them. My Interest in pursuing Business Management within an international corporation ..."
Richard H San Jose State University
"yes definetly "
Karan H San Jose State University
"Yes, the study abroad experience was more than worthwhile. I feel that I have grown up to be more independent and culturally aware. I learned more about Japan and myself as well. It was such a unique and different experience that stretched me in different ways. It has taught me to be more patient and be less complaining. It is s..."
Jasmine K San Jose State University
"Yes."
Jessica L San Jose State University
"This experience has changed me in many ways. The largest point I think I would like to make would be that it has challenged me in ways I never thought I would be challenged but in the end I have come out of it being a stronger person."
Michelle P San Jose State University
"Definitely had some culture shock and homesickness, but I would do it again in a heartbeat!"
Danielle P San Jose State University
"Study abroad was very worthwhile. Though I had trouble during my first semester balancing my school, friends, and home sickness, I learned so much and gained a lot from the experience. "
Clarissa B San Jose State University
"Absolutely worth it. Leaving was the hardest part of the trip. I made some amazing friends I will have for life and I learned a lot about myself. "
Kaycee M San Jose State University
